The National Conference
Register for your Expo Badge and sign up for FREE Wizard-sponsored classes!
Don’t wait — seats are limited and classes are expected to sell out! Pre-registration required.
Elevate Your Mat Designs: The Creative Experience from Start to Finish
SPEAKER: ALAN KINNEY, CPF
Friday, February 27, 2026 from 1:30-3:00 pm
Sales & Design - S5092
Ready to move beyond everyday matting? Not sure when or how to get creative? This class will help you discover your artistic voice, where to find inspiration, and ways to create custom looks your customers will love. From simple and elegant to show-stopping and one-of-a-kind, these easy techniques and design elements will take your framing to another level. Learn how to confidently use your Wizard CMC and FrameShop software for specialty cuts, fancy corners, layered designs and more! Get inspired, design with purpose, and increase your profitability immediately.
Compliments of Wizard International, Inc.
SOLD OUT!
Contact marketing@wizardcutters.com for waitlist availability.
Event Planning, Marketing, and Management for Frame Shops
SPEAKER: MEG GLASGOW, CPF
Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 9:30-11:00 am
Marketing & Social Media - MKS5107
Looking for meaningful ways to drive more foot traffic to your shop? Event marketing is a powerful strategy for attracting new customers and building community connection. This course teaches frame shops and galleries how to plan, promote, and manage successful events — from festivals and artist receptions to workshops and customer appreciation parties. Learn how to avoid common missteps, partner with local organizations, and elevate your visibility. Plus, get inspiration for using your Wizard CMC for custom designs or educational demos that showcase your expertise. These proven strategies will help you boost brand awareness and grow your business with confidence.
Compliments of Wizard International, Inc.
SOLD OUT!
Contact marketing@wizardcutters.com for waitlist availability.
Smart Framing: How Modern Technology Can Make You More Money
SPEAKER: DAVID LANTRIP, MCPF, GCF
Sunday, March 1, 2026 from 10:00-11:30 am
Profit & Management - P3100
Learn how to leverage modern technology to run a more efficient and profitable framing business. This session explores five essential areas: maximizing profit with POS systems, empowering creativity with Wizard CMCs and FrameShop software, crafting engaging social media, building effective email marketing campaigns, and harnessing AI tools like ChatGPT for financial insights. Discover how they work together to help you collect customer data, track marketing success, and create content that connects — so you can save time, make smarter decisions, and boost your bottom line.
Compliments of Wizard International, Inc.
SPECIAL BREAKFAST EVENT
Successful Retailing Panel: The Past, Present, and a Look to the Future
SPEAKER: JAY GOLTZ + FEATURED PANEL (MEG GLASGOW, ETC.)
Sunday, March 1, 2026 from 8:00-9:30 am
Special Event - SE-P310
Back by popular demand, PFM business editor Jay Goltz will lead a panel of industry experts in this lively, informative breakfast session. Jay, who is celebrating his 50th year in retail, will compare how the business of custom framing has evolved to meet a fast-changing market. He will explore what it takes to be a modern, successful retailer. It is more important than ever to take a look at where we've come from and what the future holds in the picture framing industry.
Sponsored by Wizard, LifeSaver Software, Tru Vue, and PFM
Quick Courses
30-minute sessions in Wizard’s Booth #609 classroom. Seats are limited — no pre-registration needed!
Saturday, February 28
11:30 AM - Alan Kinney, CPF
Maximize the Creative Possibilities of a Wizard CMC
Move beyond basic mat cutting and discover what’s possible with Wizard CMCs and FrameShop software. Through inspiring examples and real-world projects, learn how creative thinking paired with precision technology can boost efficiency, help your shop stand out, unlock new profit opportunities, and maximize the value of the equipment you already own.
12:30 PM - Meg Glasgow, CPF
Frames That Get Shared: Turn Custom Framing into Social Media Gold
Discover how extraordinary frame design and compelling storytelling can transform your projects into scroll-stopping social media content. In this high-energy session, Meg reveals how to showcase your best work to capture attention, spark emotion, and bring more customers through your door.
01:30 PM - David Lantrip, MCPF, GCF
Introduction to FrameShop Trace
New to FrameShop Trace (or upgrading from MatDesigner) and unsure where to begin? We’ll break down the essential tools and functions to create overlapped openings, custom shapes, and more! You’ll see how accessible Trace can be, and how quickly it can expand both your creative options and profit potential.
02:30 PM - David Lantrip, MCPF, GCF
Getting the Most Out of Templates
FrameShop software includes a powerful library of built-in templates — from classic shapes to specialty designs. Learn how simple tweaks can turn them into distinctive, eye-catching mats. Gain practical techniques to elevate everyday designs, stand out from the competition, and impress your customers.
03:30 PM - Wizard Technical Support
Optimizing Your Wizard CMC
Get practical solutions and troubleshooting tips to keep your CMC performing at its best. (Using the Help Center, Common Issues & Solutions, Maintenance Tips) Plus, get answers to specific questions during Q&A.
Sunday, March 1
11:30 AM - Sheila McCumby
Matboard Pricing Strategies to Boost Your Bottom Line
Course details coming soon!
12:30 PM - Meg Glasgow, CPF
A Cut Above: 30 Design Ideas to Create with Your Wizard CMC
Break free from basic mats. Join Meg for a fast-paced, idea-packed session featuring creative framing projects made possible with Wizard CMCs and FrameShop software. Walk away with practical concepts you can use immediately to elevate designs, add value, and help your business stand out.
01:30 PM - David Lantrip, MCPF, GCF
Getting the Most Out of Templates
FrameShop software includes a powerful library of built-in templates — from classic shapes to specialty designs. Learn how simple tweaks can turn them into distinctive, eye-catching mats. Gain practical techniques to elevate everyday designs, stand out from the competition, and impress your customers.
02:30 PM - David Lantrip, MCPF, GCF
Introduction to FrameShop Trace
New to FrameShop Trace (or upgrading from MatDesigner) and unsure where to begin? We’ll break down the essential tools and functions to create overlapped openings, custom shapes, and more! You’ll see how accessible Trace can be, and how quickly it can expand both your creative options and profit potential.
03:30 PM - Wizard Technical Support
Optimizing Your Wizard CMC
Get practical solutions and troubleshooting tips to keep your CMC performing at its best. (Using the Help Center, Common Issues & Solutions, Maintenance Tips) Plus, get answers to specific questions during Q&A.
Note: Video recordings of our sponsored National Conference classes and booth Quick Courses will be published in Wizard University following the event. Access to Wizard University is available as an exclusive benefit of our Premium Service Plan subscriptions (includes rental customers).
